Adria Astella 704: country house on wheels

A caravan or a mobile home? Opinions differ on Adria's top model, but the philosophy behind the Adria Astella 704 is as simple as it is brilliant: a mobile recreational home, anno 2021.

'As if no caravans exist'. That was the assignment given to the design team of young designers when conceiving a mobile recreational home. The caravan and camper builder from Slovenia was clearly looking for a new concept for a new target group that thinks in solutions instead of problems.

Because why should you have an imposing towing vehicle yourself if you can have the Adria Astella 704 placed by the dealer at your desired location? And why would you only enjoy that beautiful view for three weeks if you can do so all year round? Flying with RyanAir is after all a matter of tens of euros, allowing the whole family to take turns celebrating holidays with their own family. Not a bad idea.

Astella Exterior

The Adria Astella is available in three versions, of which the 704 is the smallest, with a body length of 7.60 meters. The caravan is equipped with wind deflectors at the front that reduce air resistance – the caravan was even extensively tested in the wind tunnel for this. The Astella also stands out for its French doors in the living lounge, and you can also opt for them in the sleeping area. The tandem axle has double wheels to support the weight – a maximum of three tons. The roof and floor are provided with a polyester layer for protection against hail and splashing gravel and rainwater respectively.

Layout

The double doors in the living area immediately lead you to the corner kitchen at the front. The Corian worktop features an integrated hob with three gas burners and a sink. The panoramic window above the kitchen lets in plenty of daylight. There are spacious drawers for cooking utensils and a gas oven and a large refrigerator with freezer compartment are placed in the L-section.

In the middle, we see a spacious living lounge with overhead cabinets that extend into the kitchen, featuring indirect lighting along the ceiling. A light strip with adjustable design spotlights is mounted across the ceiling. Opposite the lounge sofa, we see a wall unit with a dresser and a space for the TV.

Towards the bedroom, there is a separate toilet and bathroom with a separate shower on either side. In the sleeping area, the queen bed is placed crosswise – so you can get into bed from both sides. Next to both headboards, we find wardrobes and integrated bedside tables. The back of the Astella also has a panoramic roof window for extra daylight. At the foot end, you can choose between a window or a second set of French doors.

Installations

The Astella is equipped with Alde liquid heating – especially during winter conditions, this ensures comfortable warmth. The Astella has a Bluetooth music system with built-in speakers and LED lighting all around. In addition to a gas oven and microwave, the Astella also has a 'city water connection' so that the caravan can be directly connected to the campsite's water supply.

Conclusion

With the Astella flagship, Adria introduces a new concept: you can tow it yourself with a hefty SUV or have it transported by the dealer. The Astella is fully equipped and, due to the materials and installations used, suitable for a long and comfortable stay in the places of your choice – all year round.

PROS & CONS

+ innovative concept
+ modern design
+ suitable for long stays

Technical information

DIMENSIONS
Body length, with drawbar: 760/899 cm
Width: 252 cm
Height: 252 cm
Headroom: 195 cm

SEATING & SLEEPING
Number of berths: 2+2
Fixed bed dimensions: 200×140 cm
Round seating dimensions: 212×147 cm

WEIGHTS
Ready-to-drive weight: 2,380 kg
Max. permissible mass: 3,000 kg
Payload: 620 kg

Price from € 58,995
More information nl.newastella.com

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